How to pronounce numbered
Say it like NUHM-berd. Numbered has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NUHM).
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- NUHM
- berd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Numbered pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- berdKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of numbered
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: NUHM-bud.
What does numbered mean?
- simple past and past participle of number How to pronounce number
- Containing numbers.
- limited in quantity, finite“Our days on earth are numbered.”
Words that rhyme with numbered
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of numbered.
Questions about saying numbered
How do you pronounce numbered?
Say NUHM-berd. The American pronunciation is /ˈnʌmbɚd/. In British English it is /ˈnʌmbəd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in numbered?
Numbered has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NUHM). Broken into parts: NUHM · berd.
Is numbered pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈnʌmbəd/ (NUHM-bud).